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Focal Cryotherapy and ED

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I had focal cryotherapy 3 months ago to the right side of my prostate. Since then, major issues with ED which I knew could be a side effect of the procedure but was hoping since they didn't touch the nerve bundles on the left side that I would be ok. Anyway, question is, do the nerve bundles regenerate? Does receptive anal sex inhibit healing of the bundles?

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Bottoming won't hurt it.

ED is far more complex than just nerves. With RP, only 37% retained normal erectile function with complete nerve sparing, and only 13% with unilateral nerve sparing. I hope you are engaging in a rigorous program of penile rehab.

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Philip_Craig in reply to Tall_Allen

I didn’t have RP. Not sure what penile rehab I should be doing. The DR never mentioned that.

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Tall_Allen in reply to Philip_Craig

You asked about nerve bundle sparing. Good idea to start rehab.

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Thesledge in reply to Philip_Craig

Play with your penis, wake it up ,just keep trying, use a pump, anything that makes it feel good. Unfortunatly I had all of my bundles taken. Although I don't have any medically verified proof I believe my nerves must be regenberating. After 2 plus years of recovery I can get about. 2/3 of my former erection. I'm sure this is because I masturbate for hours everyday. Take care ....bobby

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